Independent Software Assurance
Rigorous software quality testing by rail sector specialists
Our rail-system software assurance service can help organisations across the sector reduce the risk of failures and cost overruns, whilst ensuring systems meet appropriate levels of security, reliability and functionality.
Our support extends throughout the system lifecycle, from initial specification and procurement through to retirement and replacement.
Our rail assurance projects
Elizabeth line - Crossrail
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Aventra Vehicle Digital Risk Assessment
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Sydney Metro Shadow Operator
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- We ensure that client software meets the requirements for all necessary international standards, such as IEC61508, EN50128, ISO17894, IEC 61511, ISO/IEC 12207, DEF STAN 00-56, MILSTD- 882D and ISO/IEC 15408;
- Expert guidance of large projects including hazard management, design review, change control, configuration management and management of geographic/configuration data;
- Development of safety cases to ensure suitability of safety critical software;
- Analysis of both functional and non-functional requirements to ensure that integrity levels support a safe, secure and dependable system
- Independent assessment of commercial off-the-shelf or bespoke products;
- Procurement support to ensure that initial specifications, final tender evaluation, subcontractor management and test monitoring deliver a system that will meet functional, regulatory and quality requirements.
Why choose Ricardo Certification
Efficiency and collaboration
We use bespoke tools and processes that reduce administration, minimise delays and prevent cost overruns.
International network
We will bring best practice and techniques honed from performing assessments throughout the world.
Rail domain specialists
Rail systems experts will be responsible for preparing all outputs and will provide constructive feedback throughout the process.
An industry voice
Many of our assessors are contributors to the Working Groups and industry forums that define technical standards and assessment criteria.
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